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Bill aims to protect right whales without harming boating industry
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — "For a year-round economy like Myrtle Beach and South Carolina...this would be devastating." That's what Frank Hugelmeyer, president of the National Marine Manufacturers Association, had to say about a proposal by NOAA that would limit the speed of 35 feet or greater to ten knots or below until they get around 50 miles off the coast, from November through April, to protect the North Atlantic right whale from vessel strikes.
Kiawah Island Town Council Approves Ordinance Requiring Commercial Vehicles to Cover Loads and Dumpsters
During their July 2 meeting, the Kiawah Island Town Council approved an ordinance, which will require commercial vehicles to cover and fasten loads, as well as cover dumpsters. Additional information on this update are available here.
Isle of Palms cleans up: Volunteers gather nearly 2,500 pieces of trash post-July 4th
ISLE OF PALMS, S.C. (WCIV) — The morning after the Isle of Palms' Fourth of July party there was a good-sized mess to clean up. An inspired crew of volunteers from the IOP Cleanup Crew, the South Carolina Aquarium, the SC Federal Credit Union, and concerned citizens took to the beach with buckets in hand.
Dorchester Co. residents informed on this year’s home tax reassessments at event
SUMMERVILLE, S.C. (WCSC) - Dorchester County hosted a drop-in meeting at Ashley River Park in Summerville on Saturday for residents to learn more about the reassessment process and its impact on property taxes. Representatives stayed under one of the park’s pavilions to answer questions and address concerns the community may...
Beaufort’s Michael Dickson soaring on track
BEAUFORT, Sc. (WTOC) - From the track at Beaufort High School to the track at the U.S. Olympic Trials. Michael Dickson is now one of the best hurdlers in the world, but he began his career in 7th grade almost by accident. “The (older) guys tried doing the hurdling and...
Teen wanted in deadly July 4 shooting arrested in Georgia, police say
COLUMBIA, S.C. — A teen wanted in a deadly July 4 shooting in Columbia has been arrested roughly 170 miles away in Georgia, police say. The shooting happened at Woodland Terrace Apartments in the 300 block of South Beltline Boulevard around 3 p.m. on Thursday. Police said the male victim was taken to an area hospital but died a short time later. Officers spent several hours at the scene collecting evidence and asking witnesses to come forward with information.
One victim released from the hospital following a fatal shooting Friday
CHARLESTON COUNTY S.C. (WCIV) — One of the three victims in the fatal Bridgeview apartment shooting Friday night has been released from the hospital. Three people were shot during the incident, two adults and one teenager. One victim was an adult male pronounced dead at the scene. The second...
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